Are you an experienced Agile Team Leader looking for an exciting Public Sector role?

Our Edinburgh based client is currently seeking an Agile Team Lead to join their team on a part-time basis on an initial 6-month contract. The successful applicant will join the team responsible for maintaining and improving various products, as well as designing and delivering a new product that is in the works.

Key Responsibilities

Assist team in driving continuous improvement
Make team activities visible and transparent
Focus on optimising flow, limiting WIP and delivering value
Tailor processes to fit the needs of the teams, their work and customer value delivery, rather than enforcing a specific framework.
Track cycle times using quantitative tools such as Actionable Agile
Cultivate and maintain an open, trust-driven environment
Collaborate closely with product managers, business analysts and other specialists guiding them in agile practices
Encourage strong team dynamics and relationships based on autonomy, mastery and purpose
Actively contribute to a learning culture within the Agile Community of Practice (and the broader organisation) including leading CoP meetings when needed
Work effectively with external suppliers, departments and agencies as necessary
Support digital service delivery, adhering to standards where applicable

Key Applicant Requirements

Strong expertise in agile concepts, techniques and products (software) development
Proven track record of embedding agile practices and driving continuous improvement
Ability to apply the most relevant agile practices, adapting to the context and needs of the team
Experience working with agile product teams, including those building browser-based digital services
Deep understanding of effective digital service delivery design
Familiarity with various industries, with public-sector expertise being a plus
Framework-agnostic, choosing the right practices based on the situation

This role offers a maximum day rate Outside IR35 of £670. Hybrid working is available, and the contract is for 18.5 hours per week.

If this role working on our client's existing and upcoming products excites you, then apply today to hear back from one of our consultants!

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